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MEMBER DIRECTORY
& RESOURCE GUIDE
2018

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CONTENTS
Message From The President
HBRA of Fairfield County Officers
Board Of Directors
Life Directors
HBRA Building Inspector Of The Year
Honor Roll Of Past Presidents
Why Join HBRA
Why Use An HBRA Member
HBRA VIP Sponsors
Fairfield County HOBI Awardees
Message from the EO
Other Contacts
Members At A Glance
Buyers Guide
Town & State Information
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Dear HBRA Members,
My goal when becoming President of the HBRA of Fairfield County
in 2016 was to leave the organization better than when I arrived.
We have seen tremendous growth in my tenure as President and I
am proud of all that we have accomplished.
CHRIS STEINER | STEINER INC.
We have succeeded because of the knowledge and support of
our members and their willingness to volunteer. We have grown
because of the confidence that our sponsors have in the value
of our organization. And, of course, we are ever growing and
improving because of the dedication of our staff.
A few notable stats:
• Our membership has increased 12% in 2017
• Our Home Tour, a new event created in 2017, resulted in 3 of the 4
participating homes selling within 3 weeks of the tour dates
• Our golf outing has sold out every year
• We are consistently averaging over 120 members at our monthly
meetings
• Our annual meeting had attendance of over 270 and raised
$9,000 for charities
These are only a few of the highlights. In 2017, for the first time, we
were also able to print and design the majority of our marketing
materials in house at a huge savings to this organization.
HBRA of Fairfield County offers members countless benefits
and networking opportunities. I encourage all of our members
to do business with other members and refer them whenever
possible. I thank all of our members for their continued support
and look forward to the continued growth of our organization and
businesses.
Sincerely,
Chris Steiner
HBRA Board President

WHY JOIN THE HBRA
Since 1947, the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Fairfield County, a notfor-profit
organization, has provided members opportunities to build their businesses.
Our association strives to be a leader in providing innovative resources, education,
legislative advocacy, and networking events to help keep our member’s businesses
ahead of the curve.
These are just some of the Member Advantages:
• Participation in the HBRA of CT’s prestigious HOBI Awards and the HBRA of Fairfield
County Awards.
• Networking opportunities through our monthly meetings and events.
• Special Events that include the HBRA Home Tour, Annual Awards Dinner in June,
the Golf Tournament in July, the Clambake at the Beach in September, and Member
events in the Fall.
• Discounts on everyday items including Verizon phone service, office supplies, and
construction materials.
Learn more about the Home Builders & Remodelers Association and the National Home
Builders Association.
Contact the office today at 203-335-7008 or hbra@buildfairfieldcounty.com
HBRA OF FAIRIFIELD COUNTY STAFF
Home Builders Association of Fairfield County
2228 Black Rock Turnpike, Suite 307
Fairfield, CT 06825
Office: (203) 335-7008
hbra@buildfairfieldcounty.com
www.buildfairfieldcounty.com
Office Hours are Monday through Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm
Jackie Bertolone
Executive Officer
Sarah Iannarone
Membership & Events Coordinator
Clare Michalak
Marketing and Graphics Coordinator
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For the most current information, visit our website, www.buildfairfieldcounty.com

WHY USE AN HBRA MEMBER
Our members are the cornerstone of our organization, dedicated to quality and
excellence in their craft. Our 450+ member companies are builders, remodelers,
contractors, suppliers, and retailers.
Whether you are searching for building professionals, looking for help with your next
remodeling project, or updating the interior or exterior of your property, we have a
member that provides that service.
Our members are some of the most well-respected in their industry. They have a
firm commitment to the citizens of the county and work hard to help them realize the
greater element of the “American Dream” - a home of their own which is within their
means, reflecting their own personal tastes and preferences. Our members stay current
on building codes, energy efficiency and green developments, building techniques and
systems, and much more.
The Mission of the HBRA of Fairfield County
H elp promote, protect & improve the building industry
B enefit members through networking opportunities & educational programs
R esource for industry information, education, research and technical expertise
A ffiliations with HBRA of CT & NAHB
C ommunity involvement & consumer awareness
T eaching best business practices for business advancement
For the most current information, visit our website, www.buildfairfieldcounty.com
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HBRA VIP CIRCLE
Thank you to our VIP Circle
Sponsors for their support in 2018.
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MEDIA SPONSOR
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For the most current information, visit our website, www.buildfairfieldcounty.com

MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dear Members,
JACKIE BERTOLONE | HBRA EO
Last year, the Home Builders and Remodelers Association (HBRA)
of Fairfield County celebrated its 70th anniversary—a truly
remarkable achievement for a trade association made up of a
large variety of businesses. We begin 2018 with over 450 members
including builders, material suppliers, subcontractors, lending
institutions and designers.
HBRA of Fairfield County seeks to help our members grow through
legislative advocacy, training and educational programs, and our
campaign of members doing business with members. Our General
Membership Meetings are host to 120-150 attendees that provide
members with opportunities to network and bring in new business.
Through our membership affiliations with HBRA of Connecticut
and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), our
members have a voice in Washington and Hartford. We work to
keep our members informed on legislation impacting our industry
and ways to help effect legislative change. These affiliations also
provide exclusive member benefits that can save businesses
hundreds or thousands of dollars on important business costs.
My mission as the new Executive Officer is to continue to help
promote, protect and improve the building industry here in
Connecticut.
I hope this directory is a useful tool for you and your business, and
you will use it to refer other members and recruit new ones. Please
contact our office about opportunities to get involved with the
association or for more information on the benefits of joining HBRA
of Fairfield County.
All the best,
Jackie L. Bertolone
HBRA Executive Officer

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